Caretaker - Lincoln, United Kingdom - Lincolnshire County Council

Lincolnshire County Council

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Lincoln, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are an Infant School working as part of Forest Skies Federation.

We are looking for a Caretaker, this role is temporary in the first instance until 31 August 2024 (with a view to becoming permanent).

This post is for 35 hpw, 52 weeks per year.

Caretaker
35 hours per week -Temporary in the first instance until
(With a view to becoming permanent)

Salary:
G4/52 weeks

_The Caretaker is responsible for:
_

Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, which includes buildings and grounds
Carrying out cleaning, handyperson activities, routine maintenance and refurbishment, porterage, and minor repairs
Some supervision of school cleaning staff
Promoting health and safety around the school

Duties and responsibilities

_General duties_

Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school
Maintain the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and report any issues to the Headteacher
Carry out small repairs and DIY projects
Arrange larger repairs and obtain quotes from contractors

_Cleaning_

Carry out daily cleaning and adhoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste
Carry out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages
Arrange an annual deep clean of the school
Take responsibility of the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels

_Security_

Maintain the security of the school premises as the main key holder
Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary
Check at the end of the day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off
Set security alarm systems, report any potential security breaches, and respond to any alarms or other callouts following agreed procedures
Carry out regular checks of alarm systems, locks, fire safety appliances, security gates and perimeter fencing, and ensure any necessary repairs are actioned
Advise the headteacher on all matters relating to school security and safety

_Health and safety_

Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation
Carry out and record regular health and safety checks, including on legionella risk, play equipment, safety equipment, and any hazards on school premises; report any problems to the Headteacher
Provide safe access to the school in cold weather conditions

_Responsibilities_

Be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and young people
Comply with the policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, and equal opportunities, and report all concerns to an appropriate person
Take appropriate action to identify, evaluate and minimise any risks to health, safety and security in the school working environment
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Establish constructive relationships and communication with all staff and other agencies/professionals
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Ensure that cleaning staff carry out their duties professionally and effectively

Please note the position requires split shift working pattern in order to open the school in the morning and close late afternoon/early evening.

Hours to be discussed.

Please note that this list of duties is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role.

It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the Caretaker will carry out.

The post-holder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the Headteacher.

_Fluency Duty_:

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post._